How to transfer mail to new address

Transferring your mail to a new address can be a bit of a hassle, but it's a necessary step when you're moving to a new home. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you transfer your mail:

1. Update your address with the US Postal Service (USPS)

• Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Change of Address" under the "Move" tab.
• Fill out the online form with your old and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant information.
• Pay the $1.05 fee (or $1.10 if you're using a credit card) for the address change.
• You can also update your address in person at a local post office or by calling 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777).

2. Notify your banks and credit card companies

• Contact your banks, credit card companies, and other financial institutions to update your address.
• Provide them with your new address and any relevant account numbers or identification information.
• Ask them to update your address on file to ensure that your statements and bills are sent to your new address.

3. Update your address with online services

• Notify online services like:
  • Amazon
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Online retailers
  • Social media platforms
• Update your address on these platforms to ensure that you receive any important notifications or updates.

4. Notify your utility companies

• Contact your utility companies (electricity, gas, water, internet, etc.) to update your address.
• Provide them with your new address and any relevant account numbers or identification information.
• Ask them to update your address on file to ensure that your bills are sent to your new address.

5. Update your driver's license and vehicle registration

• If you're moving to a new state, you may need to update your driver's license and vehicle registration.
• Contact your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to learn more about the process and any required documentation.

6. Update your voter registration

• If you're moving to a new state or county, you may need to update your voter registration.
• Contact your local election office or visit the National Association of Secretaries of State website (www.canivote.org) to learn more about the process and any required documentation.

7. Update your insurance policies

• Notify your insurance companies (health, auto, home, etc.) to update your address.
• Provide them with your new address and any relevant policy numbers or identification information.
• Ask them to update your address on file to ensure that you receive any important notifications or updates.

8. Update your subscription services

• Notify subscription services like:
  • Magazine subscriptions
  • Newspaper subscriptions
  • Music streaming services
  • Software subscriptions
• Update your address on these platforms to ensure that you receive any important notifications or updates.

By following these steps, you'll be able to transfer your mail to your new address and ensure a smooth transition to your new home.